Smithsonian Natural History Museum - Family Private
About this activity
Explore the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History on a 2.5-hour family-friendly private guided tour. See the Nation’s T. rex, the Hope Diamond, Henry the elephant, and Egyptian mummies with your own guide.
Highlights
- Stand before the Nation’s famous T. rex skeleton
- See the 45.52-carat Hope Diamond
- Gaze up at Henry the iconic African elephant
- Step back in time with real Egyptian mummies
- Discover the Arctic narwhal and ocean life
Full description
Discover the natural world together on a private, family-friendly tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Your guide brings dinosaurs, gemstones, animal life, and ancient cultures into focus over 2.5 hours. Highlights generally include the Nation’s T. rex, the 45.52-carat Hope Diamond, Henry the elephant, Egyptian mummies, and the Arctic narwhal, subject to exhibits being on loan or closed. Meet at the large stairs of the Madison Drive NW entrance facing the National Mall. The guide adapts the visit to your family’s interests and ages.
Included / Excluded
- Private 2.5-hour guided museum tour
- Professional, knowledgeable tour guide
- Guided visit to the Smithsonian museum
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Temporary exhibitions
Itinerary
Natural History Museum - Madison Drive NW front stairs
Meet the guide at the large Madison Drive NW stairs facing the National Mall.
Smithsonian Natural History guided highlights
Explore the Nation’s T. rex, Hope Diamond, Henry the elephant, Egyptian mummies, and Arctic narwhal with your private guide; individual exhibits may be unavailable.
Meeting point
Start Location
Natural History Museum - Madison Drive NW front stairs
Meet the guide at the large stairs of the museum’s Madison Drive NW entrance, facing the lawn of the National Mall.
Get directions →Important information
Know before you book
- Maximum group size is 8 people
- All ages welcome; strollers allowed
- Tour does not include access to temporary/rotating exhibits
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable shoes; bring a refillable water bottle (no food in exhibits).
- Meet at the large stairs of the Madison Drive NW entrance, facing the National Mall.
- Public parking is limited; rideshare or public transport recommended
- The private museum tour is wheelchair-friendly
- Arrive 10 minutes early.
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
Reviews
Absolutely amazing. Best guide EVER! From start to finish so much to see and learn. Our guide was a wealth of knowledge
Sergio es un excelente guía, conoce muy bien tema y es muy amable
Excellent guide. Knowledgeable about art history and chose prominent and interesting works to highlight in the tour.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
Bring a government-issued ID or a photo of it. Museum security screening applies. Meet at the large stairs of the Madison Drive NW entrance facing the National Mall; tell your driver to use the Mall side. For assistance call +1 917 999 0380.